Dunrobin has been the principal seat of the Dukes of Sutherland since the 12th century. The castle originally consisted of a keep (dating from 1401) and a large 17th-century house based around a central courtyard but very little of these earlier structures still survives. The impressive exterior (similar in style to a French chateau) dates mainly from the mid-19th century. The architects were Sir Charles Barry and William Leslie. The attractive gardens also date from this time.

A fire in 1915 destroyed much of Barry's interior and the leading Scottish architect, Sir Robert Lorimer, was commissioned to redesign many rooms including the dining room, the drawing room and library. A museum was created in the former summer house in 1878. It contains many Pictish stones and game trophies.

The photograph is from 'Sutherland and the Reay Country' edited by Rev Adam Gunn & John Mackay, 1897

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Dunrobin Castle, seat of the Duke of Sutherland

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1890s

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Dunrobin has been the principal seat of the Dukes of Sutherland since the 12th century. The castle originally consisted of a keep (dating from 1401) and a large 17th-century house based around a central courtyard but very little of these earlier structures still survives. The impressive exterior (similar in style to a French chateau) dates mainly from the mid-19th century. The architects were Sir Charles Barry and William Leslie. The attractive gardens also date from this time. <br />
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A fire in 1915 destroyed much of Barry's interior and the leading Scottish architect, Sir Robert Lorimer, was commissioned to redesign many rooms including the dining room, the drawing room and library. A museum was created in the former summer house in 1878. It contains many Pictish stones and game trophies.<br />
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The photograph is from 'Sutherland and the Reay Country' edited by Rev Adam Gunn & John Mackay, 1897